Former Albuquerque Community Safety employee resigns after arrest - Albuquerque news - NewsLocker (2024)

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) –KRQE News 13 has learned that a former Albuquerque city employee has resigned after a recent arrest. Angel Garcia is facing a battery charge after police say he sexually assaulted a woman at a northwest Albuquerque business last month.VIDEO: Witnesses recall moments surrounding murder of Albuquerque pizzeria ownerGarcia is a former project manager for the Violence Intervention Program with Albuquerque Community Safety. ACS confirmed Garcia is no longer

Dangerous fire weather develops Saturday afternoon

An extremely high fire danger will develop for parts of New Mexico Saturday due to strong winds and dry air. Calmer conditions return by Memorial Day.
Winds were a little lighter Friday afternoon across New Mexico. The big concern is Saturday as west, southwesterly winds will gust to as high as 55 mph by late afternoon. Windy weather will combine with very warm temperatures and extremely dry air to create an extreme fire danger for the Sacramento Mountains and Lincoln National Forest areas. This

VIDEO: Security guards talk to police about incident involving student at South Valley Academy

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – The head of South Valley Academy, Richard Perea, is facing serious consequences after he was accused of holding a box cutter to a student's neck. It started as a disciplinary meeting with a high school student and before taking a strange turn.School Security Guard 1: "Mr. Perea says, 'Let's start with your pockets, empty out your pockets.'"
School Security Guard 2: "He has a box cutter about this big."
School Security Guard 1: "So Mr. Perea goes, "Stand up,

New Mexico United brings unique strategy to homefield advantage

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – Win at home. Its something that many coaches preach to its players, but often times there isn't a true "home field advantage." Eric Quill has found one with New Mexico United.In years past, United has struggled to close out its games at Isotopes Park, but this season is off to a different start. Through four games at home, United is undefeated and has outscored its opponents 6-1 in the first half.
Starting fast is something that Coach Quill has emphasized, a

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Albuquerque Community Safety employee resigns after arrest

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) –KRQE News 13 has learned that a former Albuquerque city employee has resigned after a recent arrest. Angel Garcia is facing a battery charge after police say he sexually assaulted a woman at a northwest Albuquerque business last month.VIDEO: Witnesses recall moments surrounding murder of Albuquerque pizzeria ownerGarcia is a former project manager for the Violence Intervention Program with Albuquerque Community Safety. ACS confirmed Garcia is no longer

UNMH gives inside look at Critical Care Tower

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – Construction is well underway on what should be the state's most advanced hospital building, and now, we're getting a first look inside what the University of New Mexico Hospital (UNMH) calls the "Critical Care Tower."Nearly ten years in the making, UNM Hospital is getting closer to finishing one of the biggest construction projects in state history with nine floors. The Critical Care Tower is a massive 700-million-dollar project, where the hospital pl

Mayfest in the Mountains event kicks off in Red River

RED RIVER, N.M. (KRQE) – Police are on high alert as Red River faces a big change this weekend. After canceling its longtime motorcycle rally because of a deadly biker gang shootout last year, the town is launching into a new rally-free festival they hope will be safer.Story continues below
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VIDEO: Witnesses recall moments surrounding murder of Albuquerque pizzeria owner

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – Almost two years ago, a pizzeria owner was shot to death in front of his employees during an armed robbery.Newly released footage shows the chaotic scene when the employees tell the police everything that just happened, hoping to catch the man responsible.An Albuquerque Police Department officer arrived at the parking lot of Giovanni's Pizzeria in August of 2022. Employees explained that the owner was shot but still breathing. However, by the time the first

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Extremely high fire danger develops Saturday in New Mexico

An extremely high fire danger will develop for parts of New Mexico Saturday due to strong winds and dry air. Calmer conditions return by Memorial Day.
Winds have been a little lighter Friday afternoon across New Mexico, but it is again warm and dry all across the state. The big concern is Saturday as west, southwesterly winds will gust to as high as 55 mph by late Saturday afternoon. Windy weather will combine with very warm temperatures and extremely dry air to create an extreme fire danger for

Involuntary manslaughter allegation against Alec Baldwin advances toward trial with new court ruling

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — A New Mexico judge has rejected a request by Alec Baldwin to dismiss the sole criminal charge against him in a fatal shooting on the set of the movie “Rust,” keeping the case on track for a trial this summer.
Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer on Friday upheld an indictment charging Baldwin with one count of involuntary manslaughter in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins in 2021. The judge rejected defense arguments that prosecutors flouted the rules of gr

Judge calls out BernCo D.A.'s Office over disputed plea agreement

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – On Friday, a judge accused the Bernalillo County District Attorney's Office of wasting the court's time after one of the deputy D.A.s tried to broker a deal without notifying the court or his own office.Judge David Murphy threw serious accusations against Deputy District Attorney Karl Swanson during a sentencing hearing for repeat offender Ruben Davis. "I find it shocking that one D.A. would agree to a resolution in this case without even conferring with the

Former Santa Fe priest accused of sexual abuse dies awaiting case

SANTA FE, N.M.(KRQE) – After being arrested in 2023, the former pastor of Santa Maria de la Paz Catholic Community in New Mexico –Daniel Balizan –passed away before the completion of his trial. He was expected to make a plea in the federal case.Balizan was indicted by a federal grand jury in 2023. They accused him of attempting to knowingly persuade an underage boy to engage in sexual activity. On May 24, 2024, at a plea hearing in federal court, the assistant

Rio Rancho City Council considers amendment to water rate

RIO RANCHO, N.M.(KRQE) –Rio Rancho City Council is considering amending the water and wastewater rules and rates.
An ordinance that was introduced at Thursday's City Council meeting would keep in place an annual 1.75% increase on water bills, which would increase the average customer's bill by an estimated 94 cents per month.The 1.75% adjustment will result in approximately $443,000 in additional revenue for the
Utilities Department, according to the city. However, the rate adjustmen

Man convicted of South Valley double murder sentenced

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) –A man convicted of shooting and killing two people in the South Valley in 2021 was sentenced to prison on Thursday.Manuel Perez pleaded guilty to first and second-degree murder for the deaths of Anthony Vigil and Ali Riyad Assad. Deputies found a crashed BMW near Coors and Arenal with Vigil and Assad dead inside.
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Bonito Lake closed again as Blue 2 Fire continues to burn

ALAMOGORDO, N.M. (KRQE) –The Blue 2 Fire is causing concerns for the City of Alamogordo and their recreation areas: just one day after announcing that the long-missed Bonito Lake would be reopening for the season, the blaze is now blocking those plans, too.
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City of Española taking down homeless camp it set up in February

ESPAÑOLA, N.M.(KRQE) –The City of Española says it is working to close an encampment for unhoused individuals that was set up on city property. The city itself set up the camp in February to help the unhoused deal with winter temperatures.“The people were being displaced in winter. We knew we needed to help because of the dangers of the cold weather in northern New Mexico,” Española Mayor John Ramon Vigil said in a press release. “We told

New Mexicans seeing heat illness with hot spring temperatures

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) –The New Mexico Department of Health says the state has seen 51 heat-related emergency room visits since April 1. And with summer just around the corner, officials are warning locals to take precaution against high temperatures.“While anyone can get sick from exposure to heat, everyone can lower the risk of getting sick by taking precautions”, Dr. Miranda Durham, the chief medical officer for NMHealth, said in a press release. “This Mem

Phase 1 of ABQ Westside Animal Shelter renovations completed

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller and the Animal Welfare Department (AWD) announced on Thursday the essential completion of the first phase of renovations coming to the Westside Animal Shelter. A city press release states the $4.5 million project is funded by a combination of Capital funding, GO Bonds, State Junior Bill, State Capital Outlay, General fund, and donations."Albuquerque is recognized nationally as a pet-friendly city, and we take the health and well-

Santa Fe National Forest now offering 'Scan and Pay' system at some campgrounds

SANTA FE, N.M.(KRQE) – Starting Memorial Day weekend, the U.S. Forest Service is testing a pilot program for making campground payments. The pilot program will be at the Vista Linda and Redondo Campgrounds in the Santa Fe National Forest.The program, called "Scan and Pay" offers an optional payment system to pay campground fees. To use the system, visitors scan a QR code at the campground kiosk that lets them pay through recreation.gov.Bonito Lake reopening after over a decade, post

FBI offers reward for 'Tan Pants Bandit' accused of robbing Albuquerque bank

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – The FBI, along with the Rio Rancho Police Department and the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office, are seeking the public’s assistance to identify a man who robbed the Bank of Albuquerque on Thursday.VIDEO: Deputies find dead 5-year-old during Silver City calloutThe FBI said the "TanPantsBandit" entered the bank at 6600 4thSt. NW, Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, at approximately 4:55 p.m. Officials said he demanded money from the teller an

Gallup man charged in shooting over barking dogs

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – A Gallup man is facing charges related to a shooting incident that occurred during a confrontation over barking dogs. Harley Davison Joe, 38, appeared before a federal judge Wednesday and was released pending trial.A criminal complaint states on May 11, 2024, three people were walking their dogs in Gallup when Joe drove past in a truck. The dogs began barking at the truck. Joe stopped and confronted the group about the dogs.The confrontation turned into an a

Here's how much more your Memorial Day barbecue will cost this year

(NewsNation) —If you plan to have a barbecue this Memorial Day weekend, most of the fixings will cost more due to sizzling inflation.While nearly 44 million Americans are predicted to travel for the holiday, 52% plan to barbecue this weekend, according to a WalletHub analysis.The average cost of a Memorial Day barbecue this year is about $30, a 10% increase compared to last year, WalletHub reported.What to expect for your barbecueWhether grilling at home or attending a celebration, 8

Home Run Derby X coming to Albuquerque on August 23

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) – The MLB has picked the Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park to be one of the only four destinations in 2024 to host the Home Run Derby X.Home Run Derby X is coming to Isotopes Park. What is it?HRDX is a Home Run Derby with defense. A single game takes about 30 minutes and each player gets one at-bat of two minutes and thirty seconds. During an at-bat, the opposing team is in the outfield to make catches. Teams can earn offensive points for home run

Secretary of State launches campaign warning voters of AI misinformation in upcoming election

NEW MEXICO(KRQE) –The New Mexico Secretary of State's Office has launched a new program to combat misinformation during the 2024 election cycle. Some of their main focus points are the potential risks associated with artificial intelligence, deepfakes, and the ability to manipulate election information by malicious actors.NM Secretary of State launches new campaign to alert public to ‘deep fakes’The “seeing is no longer believing” campaign launched on Ma

Summer Music in Old Town 2024 schedule

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) –Summer Music in Old Town is back. Every weekend in June and July, there will be food, unique local shops, and live music at the gazebo. The free entertainment on Fridays and Saturdays starts at 7 p.m. and runs until 9 p.m. On Sundays, music starts at 1 p.m. and runs until 3 p.m.
June ScheduleFriday, June 14 – 7-9 p.m. –Felix Y Los Gatos– New Mexican/ SpanishSaturday, June 15 – 7-9 p.m. –Tracey Whitney&nbsp

Memorial Day weekend weather outlook

NEW MEXICO(KRQE) –It's a quiet and seasonable start to this Friday morning across the state. Wind gusts this afternoon will pick up to 20-35 mph, similar to yesterday. Highs will be in the 90s south, 80s across central New Mexico, and 70s to the north/west. A Red Flag Warning is in effect for the Northeast Highlands from 3-7 PM this evening. There are three active wildfires (Moser, Blue 2, and Indios) and prescribed burns which will likely bring smoke to parts of the state this

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KRQE Newsfeed: Parents face charges, Air races in Roswell, Spring-like weather, Statue proposal, Pools

Friday's Top StoriesNew Mexico forests gear up for windy Memorial Day Weekend
Albuquerque murder suspects arrested in Alamosa, ColoradoNew Mexico gets roughly $19 million to fight forever chemicals in drinking waterWhat's happening around New Mexico May 24-30Albuquerque hosting its first-ever cricket tournament at Balloon Fiesta Park
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What's happening around New Mexico May 24-30

NEW MEXICO(KRQE) –Check out community events around New Mexico from May 24-30.Albuquerque
May 24-25 The Show – Albuquerque's longest-running comedy show happens every Friday and Saturday at 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $12.May 25 Downtown Growers' Market – The market happens every Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Robinson Park.May 25 KUNM Dance Party – At Smith Plaza in front of Zimmerman Library on UNM Campus. The party features DJ Aimie Jane and goes from 6

Arrest made in Hobbs double homicide

HOBBS, N.M.(KRQE) – The Hobbs Police Department reports that a suspect is in custody for a double homicide in Hobbs. According to Hobbs Police, officers responded to a home on May 15 and found two men who had been shot. Both men died from their injuries.Story continues below
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